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1996 Formula 1 World Champion Damon Hill would rather be in Max Verstappen’s position rather than Lando Norris’ in the 2024 F1 Drivers’ title fight.
Max Verstappen has won seven Grands Prix in the current season but has not clinched an F1 victory in the last eight rounds. Meanwhile, Lando Norris has secured three wins in 2024 and McLaren currently possesses the most competitive car on the 2024 F1 grid. Verstappen leads the Drivers’ standings with 331 points, compared to Norris’ 279. Damon Hill, speaking on the F1 Explains podcast, emphasized the importance of leading the championship rather than chasing it to avoid unnecessary pressure. Norris, with a 52-point gap to Verstappen, needs to take risks in the remaining six rounds to have a shot at his first Drivers’ title, while Red Bull must resolve car balance issues to support Verstappen. Hill highlighted the strategic considerations drivers must make on a race-by-race basis in a title fight, recommending a focus on staying ahead and maximizing points to secure the championship.
